Having a job is about more than earning money. It’s about feeling valued, independent and fulfilled.
Grace Eyre is working closely with employers, increasing their disability awareness and understanding. We want employers to be confident in taking on and supporting members of staff with learning disabilities. Many employers are nervous because they don’t know what’s involved, so we help them understand why working with disabled people isn’t just good for the person, but how it benefits their workforce and society.
Employment continues to be a Grace Eyre focus. Currently we are delivering numeracy skills for employment through our Multiply project. We will have more announcements for new projects from April 2023.
Call 01273 201 904 or email Active Lives at activelives@grace-eyre.org.
Let’s Work Together is a co-produced project developed in partnership with people with learning disabilities and/or autism to ensure their voices are heard and their needs are met. It is designed to maintain support for both employees and employers for the long-term. Its aim is to inspire and empower people, giving them the tools to discover their full potential.
Everyone deserves the opportunity to have a job, Let’s Work Together to make it possible.
Sebastian was referred to the Work Buddy Project by the Prince’s Trust. He has a master’s degree in Globalisation, Politics, Conflict and Human Rights. His autism and severe anxiety created a barrier to maintaining employment. Through practical training in a supportive environment, he boosted his skills and confidence. Sebastian is now the charity’s Inclusion & Projects Director.
Download Referral Information Leaflet
Download our Employer’s Information Pack
Download our Employee’s Workbook
Download Equal Opportunities Monitoring Form
The Let’s Work Together project is funded by the European Union through the European Social Fund (ESF).
“It has improved my mental health. I know I have the skills and abilities to progress in my life.”
The benefit system can feel like a maze. We can support you in gaining an understanding of how it all works and how it affects you. You could find that you could be employed and still receive benefit support.
